481559 – Outlook: Agents for Microsoft 365 Copilot available in Copilot Chat in classic Outlook for Windows

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Outlook, Windows

Platform:

Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

Links:

MC1162288

Details:

We will be adding declarative agents support for agents in Copilot Chat in Outlook. This roadmap item tracks availability in classic Outlook for Windows.

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Release Phase:
Current Channel

Created:
2025-02-19

updated:
2026-01-22

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft is introducing a new feature in Outlook for Windows that involves something called "declarative agents" in Copilot Chat. To understand this, think of Copilot as a helpful assistant that you can talk to while using Outlook. It's like having a smart, virtual assistant sitting next to you while you work on your emails, ready to help with tasks and provide information.

Now, imagine these declarative agents as specialized helpers within that assistant. Just like in a restaurant where you have different staff for different tasks—waiters, chefs, and hosts—these agents are designed to handle specific types of requests or tasks. They are programmed to understand and respond to certain commands or questions you might have while using Outlook.

For example, if you need to schedule a meeting, one of these agents could help you find a time that works for everyone and even set up the meeting for you. If you need to summarize a long email thread, another agent could do that, providing you with a concise overview. This feature is being developed for the classic version of Outlook on Windows, meaning it will be available to users who use the traditional desktop application.

This development is part of Microsoft's ongoing efforts to make their tools more intuitive and efficient, helping users manage their communications and tasks more effectively. By incorporating these agents, Outlook aims to enhance productivity by allowing users to focus on more important tasks while the agents handle routine or complex queries.